A solution that makes brake levers easier to reach for small hands

When a conventional brake lever is too far away

The distance between the hand and brake lever can be a consideration when adapting a cycle. GripAdapt changes the lever position on compatible configurations.

Reaching the brake lever

Assess the distance to the lever and how the cyclist holds the handlebar and operates the brake. The appropriate adaptation must be established for the cycle and user.

GripAdapt makes the brake easier to reach

GripAdapt is designed to make the brake lever easier to reach without replacing the entire braking solution. It is a simple adaptation that moves the lever closer to the handlebar, making the grip more natural and accessible. For many, this can be a practical solution when a standard brake lever is almost, but not quite, suitable.

This makes GripAdapt relevant to children's bikes, specialist cycles and other cycles where the brake is too far away. The aim is not to make the cycle more complicated, but to adapt the brake to the hand that will use it.

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A small adaptation that can make a big difference

GripAdapt changes the distance to the brake lever. Suitability must be assessed on the particular cycle together with the user.

GripAdapt can therefore be a good solution when a completely new brake is not needed, but a simpler and better-adapted brake lever position is. It can be particularly useful for small hands, limited reach or situations where standard solutions do not quite fit the body.

When might GripAdapt be relevant?

GripAdapt may be relevant if:

• the brake lever is difficult for small hands to reach
• a conventional brake becomes too demanding over time
• you need a simpler and better-adapted brake lever position rather than a completely new brake
• you want a more ergonomic cycle braking solution
• the cycle otherwise works well, but the brake is a little too far away

Next steps

Contact SmartGroup to assess reach, compatibility and your preferred configuration. Request a quote through the quote page.

For clarity: GripAdapt is an adaptation that makes the brake easier to reach by moving the brake lever closer to the handlebar.